GW Exchanges in Europe CONTENTS Reykjavik

1 Welcome GW Exchanges in Europe 3 Why an Exchange Program? EUROPE 4 Vienna, Austria 6 , Edinburgh 8 Copenhagen, Denmark LEEDS Copenhagen 10 Leeds, England 12 Cergy-Pontoise, France 14 Frankfurt, Germany Maastricht Frankfurt 16 Reykjavik, Cergy-pontoise Prague Milan, Italy 18 Milan Vienna 20 Maastricht, The Netherlands Pamplona 22 Edinburgh, Scotland 24 Pamplona, Spain Istanbul 26 Istanbul, Turkey 28 Eligibility and Application Deadlines The GW undergraduate exchange program fosters academic immersion via direct enrollment in one of our forty higher exchange partners Welcome around the world. The exchange model provides an enriching cultural GW exchanges experience and is highly recommended for who are prepared to engage independently in their host institution abroad. Prior to departure, in Europe students will have the opportunity to meet with exchange students from their future host institution and gain valuable information regarding the everyday life and academic culture of their host country.

EUROPE | 1 2 | GW EXCHANGES Why an • Independent, immersive exchange experience • Directly enroll at prestigious Program? partner institutions • Make lifelong friends and contacts from all over the world

• Meet current host institution students

• $1,500 credit towards tuition for fall semester FOFAC students

EUROPE | 3 LEARNING AT VIENNA About the Vienna GW exchange students can select courses from Vienna, University of Economics and the regular course catalogue, which offers more Austria Business (WU) than 80 courses in English. Students proficient in German can also choose from more than The Vienna University of Economics and 2,000 courses taught in German. Students can Business (WU) was established in 1898, making take classes in various business-related fields, it one of the oldest business in such as: LIFE IN VIENNA Europe. It is the European Union’s largest educational institution for business and The city of Vienna, home to 1.7 million •• Accounting economics, business law, and social . people, is rich in history and a modern •• Business Administration political and business center. It offers Vienna University enrolls nearly 27,000 students •• Economics beautiful cultural landmarks and a large each year, with about one quarter of its • Finance number of museum and art collections population being international students. WU is • containing many world-renowned works. located in the Austrian capital of Vienna, a city •• International Business filled with rich artwork, architecture, music, and Moreover, Vienna is known for its musical •• Human Resource Management events and first-rate theater performances food. Vienna also houses the headquarters of •• Marketing throughout the year, including two the Organization for Security and Co-operation • Statistics theaters that regularly stage performances in Europe (OSCE) and the Organization of the • Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). in English. LIFE AT VIENNA UNIVERSITY Vienna University is the first and only Austrian Strolling around the city’s great shopping The International Office helps orient exchange university to receive the EQUIS accreditation— precincts or exploring its nightlife, students students in their new city. During the two weeks the European Quality Improvement System. will find Vienna has an international flair before the official start of the semester, the Vienna University’s close ties to the corporate with a regional touch. The choice is as university holds an orientation and introduces world and the resulting excellent job prospects, diverse as life itself: from glitzy names in exchange students to Austrian students and along with the wide range of programs the world of fashion to second-hand university staff. The orientation program available, makes this exchange a fantastic bargains at a flea market. Vienna has includes company visits, day trips in Vienna, and opportunity for GW School of Business and something for everybody. a semester opening party. Students can also economics students. get involved on campus by joining a organization such as the Students’ Union,

4 | GW EXCHANGES Athletic Club, or Vienna University choir, to name a few. Students will find plenty to see and do both on- and off-campus during their time at Vienna.

ACCOMMODATIONS Vienna University helps exchange students secure housing for their time abroad, although they do not have their own dormitories. Students will live in a student dormitory administered by the Austrian Exchange Service. WU has a quota set specifically for its exchange students in a handful of dormitories, and these rooms are secured on a first-come, first- serve basis. If the quota rooms are full, the Austrian Exchange Service can place students in one of 30 other dorms located throughout the city.

Students also have the option of securing private accommodations on their own. WU has a list of suggested housing databases to conduct searches should students choose this option.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall semester: late September to late December/ early January

Spring semester: mid-February to late June

Academic year: late September to late June

EUROPE | 5 All exchange students also enroll in a two-week About Intensive and Culture course Prague, Charles University was founded in 1348 and is prior to the start of the semester. Students the oldest university in . Located may have the option of taking other Charles CZECH in the historic city of Prague, Charles University University courses with Czech students. enrolls more than 42,000 students in 270 REPUBLIC academic disciplines. GW exchange students LIFE AT CHARLES UNIVERSITY enroll in the East and Central European Studies (ECES) program offered through Charles Charles University is a storied institution located University’s of the Arts. ECES is an in a remarkable city. Prague has been the LIFE IN PRAGUE interdisciplinary program designed specifically political, cultural, and economic center of the The Czech Republic is centrally located in for international undergraduate students with Czech state for more than 1,100 years. This Europe and is a gateway to other major cities, courses taught in English. This program is beautiful city is home to 1.2 million people and making it an ideal place to study abroad. particularly well suited for students with an is the perfect blend of old and new. Students Prague has been the political, cultural, and interest in East and Central Europe, Czech can visit historic sites such as the Prague economic center of the Czech state for more studies, history, and culture. Castle, Square, and Wenceslas than 1,100 years. Square by hopping on a tram and commuting LEARNING AT CHARLES UNIVERSITY throughout the city on its highly efficient public Prague is a city filled with cultural activities transportation system. and things to do. To take advantage of this The ECES program offers GW exchange historical city, students can visit one of the students course options in the following fields: To help students take advantage of everything many museums, opera, cafés, and sights that that Prague has to offer, the ECES program Prague has to offer. Students can walk to school •• Literature organizes weekly cultural visits to one of through the Castle District or hop on a tram, •• Art and Culture Prague’s numerous theaters, operas, ballets, part of Prague’s efficient public transportation and musical performances. Students will have •• History system (and one of the best in Europe). the opportunity to enjoy the Prague Symphony • Sociology and Psychology • Orchestra and experience Mozart’s famous And, if students feel like getting out of Prague •• Economics and Politics opera, Don Giovanni, in the very theater where for the weekend, they are only a short train ride •• Languages it premiered in 1787. Many venues offer from Vienna, Berlin, or Budapest. discounted tickets, making it very affordable for students. Guided walks and visits to museums and galleries are also offered. 6 | GW EXCHANGES ACCOMMODATIONS ECES students live in the Komenského Kolej (dormitory), which is only a 7-minute walk from the Prague Castle! Public transportation, grocery stores, restaurants, and Old Town Square are all conveniently located within walking distance.

The dorm has both single and double rooms available and provides a variety of amenities.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall semester: early September to mid-December

Spring semester: late January to mid-May

Academic year: early September to mid-May

EUROPE | 7 •• Marketing About the Copenhagen •• Communications Copenhagen, Business School (CBS) •• Human Resource Management DENMARK The Copenhagen Business School (CBS) is one Students can also attend the Danish Culture of the biggest business schools in all of Europe, Week prior to the start of the semester, which and is located in Frederiksberg—close to the includes a Danish language crash course. This heart of Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. is a great opportunity for students to learn a LIFE IN COPENHAGEN It is a comprehensive research institution with little bit of the host language and culture while approximately 17,000 students, including 2,000 meeting other international students. Students will have the advantage international students. GW exchange students of studying in the beautiful city of have the opportunity to enroll in English-taught Copenhagen, sometimes referred to as classes with Danish and other international LIFE AT CBS the Paris of the North. The city is 800 years students. The university maintains a Corporate The Copenhagen Business School (CBS) offers old and is home to approximately 1.7 Partnership Program to connect its academic a variety of programs to help international million inhabitants. The most popular form and research efforts with both Danish and students adjust to life in Copenhagen. All of transportation is bicycle, and the city international companies. This truly dynamic and international students attend an Introduction operates a City Bike system similar to D.C.’s international campus is an ideal study abroad Program, which includes both university Capital Bikeshare. Copenhagen also has a destination for GW School of Business students. orientation as well as cultural events throughout 24-hour public transportation system that the city. All exchange students are also given offers both metro and bus service. With a Danish Buddy, a local student to help them a network of car-free pedestrian streets LEARNING AT CBS during the beginning of the semester. Cultural and cobbled squares, Copenhagen has a GW exchange students can enroll in the full and social activities are planned for international livable downtown area with cafés, cinemas, range of undergraduate courses offered at the students and their buddies throughout the and museums, as well as Europe’s longest Copenhagen Business School (CBS). The major semester, giving students the opportunity to pedestrian shopping street. The city is academic areas at CBS include: meet and mingle with both international and among the safest in the world and most Danish students while exploring their new city. of its inhabitants speak English, making •• Business Administration it easy for students to explore their •• International Business new surroundings. •• Finance •• Economics

8 | GW EXCHANGES ACCOMMODATIONS The Copenhagen Business School (CBS) does not have a residential campus in the American sense; this means that student residences are not connected to the university. Most students live either in private apartments or in one of the student dorms in the greater Copenhagen area.

CBS can assist international students in obtaining accommodations either in a student dorm in the city or in a residence. During the fall semester only, CBS can offer the option of private housing. The housing application is available online and accommodations are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis. CBS does not guarantee that it will be able to place all students in accommodations; students may therefore have to secure housing independently.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall semester: mid-August to late December

Spring semester: mid-January to late June

Academic year: mid-August to late June

EUROPE | 9 ACCOMMODATIONS About the University of Leeds Students may select from catered or self-catered Home to over 24,000 undergraduates, the Leeds, university housing either on or near the campus. University of Leeds is one of the most popular Most students have their own bedroom with England universities in the United Kingdom. With use of common areas. In catered residences, solid graduate research and an excellent students receive between 14 and 19 meals a undergraduate teaching reputation, Leeds week; in self-catering residences, students share attracts more than 4,000 international students well-equipped kitchen facilities with a small LIFE IN LEEDS from over 130 countries. number of other residents. Leeds is a vibrant cultural center in the north of England, with a lively student LEARNING AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS Students must apply for housing online by community of over 200,000. The city’s deadlines set by the University of Leeds and With over 700 undergraduate programs and an friendly environment and comparative must submit payment for their housing directly extensive research record, the historic University affordability make it the ideal location to live to Leeds. of Leeds offers students a wide range of classes and learn. Leeds is famous in the UK as a that complement the programs of almost all major shopping destination and a center for major fields at GW. A full course load is 60 ACADEMIC CALENDAR entertainment, nightlife, the arts, and leisure. Leeds credits, or 15 GW credits, per semester. Fall semester: September to January* Students normally take three classes, each worth about 5 GW credits. Spring semester: January to June

Academic year: September to June LIFE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS *The fall semester at Leeds ends in January, so GW The University’s attractive campus is just a ten students studying at Leeds for the fall semester minute walk from Leeds city center. Leeds is a only must arrange to take their exams back at GW vibrant and popular city, famous for its fabulous in January. Students will apply to the Leeds central shopping and enticing nightlife. The Leeds exams office by the third week of their fall semester Students’ Union is one of the biggest and best at Leeds to schedule this. Students will pay a fee in the country. The Students’ Union is home to of 50 GBP to the Leeds central exams office, which hundreds of clubs and societies available to will be reimbursed to their GW student account. Proof of payment needs to be forwarded to the GW study abroad students as a way to meet local Office for Study Abroad. students and join fully in campus life. 10 | GW EXCHANGES EUROPE | 11 LIFE AT ESSEC About ESSEC ESSEC’s main campus is located in Cergy- Cergy-Pontoise, Business School Pontoise, only 35 minutes from central Paris. France ESSEC is one of the leading institutions in ESSEC offers numerous clubs and organizations Europe for business education, and has for students, providing opportunities for both developed a unique learning experience fun and professional development. The campus that integrates professional and international and residence halls are located in a residential LIFE IN experience. The undergraduate program neighborhood with plenty of shopping, content is inspired by current business practices restaurants, museums, music halls, theaters, CERGY-PONTOISE and incorporates real world experiences. and sports activities nearby. Cergy-Pontoise ESSEC is also the first undergraduate program is also known for its architectural richness and Cergy-Pontoise is the second-largest in France to receive AACSB and EQUIS beautiful châteaux. university center in the Île-de-France region, accreditations. with 25,000 students. Located just 35 minutes away from Paris, the city is home ACCOMMODATIONS to 4,900 acres of natural woodlands, a LEARNING AT ESSEC ESSEC can accommodate students in one of regional park, and landscaped riverbanks GW students can take courses through ESSEC’s three residence halls: Foyer des Linandes, along the Oise. There are several theaters, a undergraduate business administration Foyer de Cergy-Le Haut, or the brand new conservatory, as well as an array of festivals program. Course options are available in French Residence du Port. These residences are located and numerous sports activities to keep and English, and include: off campus, but they are owned and run by students involved and engaged in the area. the Groupe ESSEC. The amenities vary, but all •• Organizational Behavior housing options include Internet access and •• International Marketing basic furnishings. The rent ranges from 490-750 •• Banking and International Finance euros per month depending on the housing option selected. •• Human Resource Management

12 | GW EXCHANGES ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall semester: early September to mid-December

Spring semester: late February to mid-June

Academic year: early September to mid-June

EUROPE | 13 LEARNING AT EBS About the European Business The European Business School is famous for Frankfurt, School (EBS) its strong finance program, although there are GERMANY The European Business School (EBS) is one many other business concentrations offered. GW of the top business schools in Germany. It exchange students can enroll in coursework in was founded in 1971; in 2010 the school disciplines such as: became a University of Business and Law. EBS LIFE IN FRANKFURT is located approximately 45 minutes outside •• Accounting of Frankfurt and in the Rhine-Main area. The •• Business Administration The city of Frankfurt is located on the Rhine-Main area is one of Europe’s economically •• Economics Main (pronounced ‘mine’) River, and is strongest regions, and boasts more than 32,000 •• Finance considered Europe’s center of finance, after companies, including 2,200 high-tech production London. Though it has the feel of a major plants, sales, and services enterprises. EBS is also •• International Business cosmopolitan city, it also considers itself close to Frankfurt, a financial powerhouse city •• Management to be a small town. The evenings are quiet and home to the European Central Bank. •• Marketing and the streets of Frankfurt are lined with In addition to traditional coursework, all outstanding shops and museums. EBS is a significantly smaller school than GW, with about 1,200 students, 15 percent of which students may participate in a Frankfurt is the main transportation hub in are international students. GW exchange course free of tuition charges two weeks before Germany for air, train, and road connections. students will have the opportunity to enroll the official start of the semester. Beginners may It is typically referred to as Frankfurt-am-Main in English-taught business classes alongside also enroll in German language courses during to distinguish itself from the other town of German students. The high quality academics, the semester. Frankfurt near the Polish border. in addition to strong connections with the GW exchange students with German language European business world, make the EBS proficiency can take semester courses taught in exchange program an amazing opportunity for German as well. GW School of Business students.

14 | GW EXCHANGES LIFE AT EBS Germany are rented empty, meaning they are often unfurnished. EBS While at the European Business Housing has therefore established School, students can enjoy the longstanding partnerships with a benefits of a small, cohesive campus number of private landlords who offer community. Smaller student numbers furnished and completely equipped allow each student to receive accommodations to international individual attention, as students and students. Those private offers faculty come to know each other encompass a wide choice of single personally. EBS students are highly flats, flat shares, or whole student involved in student activities. The houses with English-German rental many student-led organizations often contracts, moderate all-inclusive organize large campus events, such as prices, and, in some cases, Internet symposia, art exhibitions, and sporting connection included. GW exchange events. Student groups also coordinate students can also arrange for private off-campus excursions. This welcoming accommodations independently if and active campus community is the they prefer. perfect place for those who want to immerse themselves in university life while abroad. ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall semester: late August to ACCOMMODATIONS late December

There are several types of Spring semester: early January accommodations for exchange to mid-May students. Exchange students can book with EBS Housing for the Academic year: late August to dorm space or one of the “partner mid-May flats.” EBS has limited dorm space for international students from non-EU countries. Apartments are also available. Many apartments in

EUROPE | 15 •• Icelandic Studies for Foreign Students About the University •• Medieval Icelandic Studies Reykjavik, of Iceland •• Environment and Natural Resources The is a state university •• Earth for Foreign Students ICELAND located in the heart of Reykjavik, the capital •• Natural Resources Law and International of Iceland. The university is a progressive and Environmental Law rapidly developing institution with nearly 400 LIFE IN REYKJAVIK academic programs of study. The University GW exchange students can enroll in coursework of Iceland is a strong scientific institution in various disciplines throughout the university. Reykjavik is a city of striking contrasts where renowned for its research efforts, and is an It is important to review the course listings to international influences meet Icelandic international leader in sustainable energy and determine which faculties are offering English- national traditions. One way to soak up environmental research. There are 13,000 language coursework any given semester. Reykjavik’s energy and to meet local students at the university, including around people is to visit one of the many thermal 400 international exchange students each LIFE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ICELAND swimming pools or spas. Outdoor activities academic year. Although the primary language The University of Iceland has 50 student nearby include river rafting, whale-watching, of instruction is Icelandic, most faculties offer organizations that coordinate social events for and glacier exploration. coursework in English for full-time international students. The “science-trips” are a well-known and exchange students. In addition to the natural wonders of tradition at the university, although the name Iceland, students can find plenty of cultural says nothing about its meaning. Students go and social activities in Reykjavik. The city is LEARNING AT THE UNIVERSITY to science-trips almost every Friday—buses known for its Scandinavian designer shops OF ICELAND pick them up at the university and drive them as well as its colorful and exciting nightlife. to different companies, which present their The University of Iceland is organized into five work and offer the students refreshments and schools: Education, Engineering and Sciences, drinks. After the presentations, students meet Health Sciences, Humanities, and Social downtown for a night on the town. Sciences. GW exchange students can enroll in English-language coursework offered by the various faculties in each school, including some options unique to Iceland.

16 | GW EXCHANGES ACCOMMODATIONS Incoming exchange students are expected to arrange for independent housing in Reykjavik. The Office of International Education at the University of Iceland maintains a database with available accommodations in the city along with prices and landlord contacts.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall semester: late August to mid-December

Spring semester: early January to early May

Academic year: late August to early May

EUROPE | 17 LEARNING AT BOCCONI UNIVERSITY About Bocconi University GW exchange students can choose from a wide Bocconi University, founded in 1902, was Milan, range of courses in English every semester in the first Italian university to grant a degree in the following fields: ITALY economics. For a century, Bocconi University has played a leading role in Italy’s social and •• Finance economic modernization. It has remained true •• International Management to its founding values of being a major research LIFE IN MILAN university, with democratic values and open •• Marketing Management • Public Administration and International Milan is the capital of the Lombardy region to the world, as well as financially and • Institutions Management of Italy. It is known as a center of fashion, politically independent. industry, and cuisine. It is home to arguably •• Economics and Management in Arts, Culture, At the outset of the 21st century, Bocconi is Italy’s finest example of and Communication contributing to the advancement of European (the Milan Cathedral), and is the second- •• Economics and Social Sciences by teaching business and largest city in Italy. Inhabitants are city lovers • Economics of International Markets and New economic knowledge to prospective managers • who enjoy its vibrant cultural scene and Technologies and researchers from all over the world. fantastic shopping. Students are not required to know Italian Bocconi is considered the leading university in and do not take an Italian language course Originally founded by Celtic tribes, Milan business and economics in Italy and its School during the semester. However, students have was conquered by the Romans in 222 B.C. of Management has consistently been ranked the opportunity to take an Intensive Italian and transformed into a major trading and as a leader in the Financial Times’ MBA Language course before the semester starts. transport center in Italy. Rankings. Bocconi also belongs to two of the most prestigious international business The Bocconi University credit system is ECTS networks, CEMS (Community of European equivalent, meaning that six Bocconi credits Management Schools) and PIM (Partnership in equals three U.S. credits. Therefore, GW International Management). exchange students are required to take a minimum of four courses at Bocconi University for a minimum of 12 U.S. credits. Students will also need to receive a grade of 21 or higher in order to receive GW credit. If students have questions about Bocconi University credit and/

18 | GW EXCHANGES or grading conversion, please contact ACCOMMODATIONS the GW Study Abroad Regional Advisor Bocconi University is a city campus, for this program directly. an integral part of urban life, and just five minutes away from the city LIFE AT UCM center via public transportation. GW exchange students can live in Bocconi Bocconi University believes that University dormitories with other Italian excellence can only be based on a or international students. Please note person’s academic profile, as well as that housing is not included in the GW on his or her values and cultural Study Abroad fee—students pay Bocconi and ethical background. All of University directly for the housing these elements are fundamental in costs. Students can also choose to find determining a student’s ability to gain independent housing. personal and professional success.

This is why the university has always ACADEMIC CALENDAR offered numerous cultural, sporting, and discussion-oriented activities organized Fall semester: August to January directly or in collaboration with the city. Spring semester: February to July These are special occasions for people to enrich their knowledge, discuss issues Academic year: August to July regarding current events, and cultivate new interests.

Many cultural, sporting, and recreational initiatives are held at the university each year, complementing university life and making Bocconi not simply a place to learn about economics and law, but also a place to take full advantage of all sorts of options.

EUROPE | 19 LEARNING AT UCM About the University College UCM uses Problem-Based Learning (PBL) as its Maastricht, Maastricht (UCM) method of instruction. PBL is a student-centered THE NETHERLANDS The University College Maastricht (UCM) is approach to teaching and studying. Students located in one of the most historic and beautiful discuss (in small groups of about 12 students) towns in the Netherlands. Maastricht University, scientific and practical problems prepared by a , was established in 1976 faculty members. The tutorial groups meet twice LIFE IN and has a student population of about 14,500. a week and are guided by a faculty member; GW exchange students can take English-taught there is a minimum attendance requirement. MAASTRICHT classes at UCM, the honors liberal arts college at Weekly lectures may provide an overview, Maastricht University. UCM is a small academic explain difficult subjects, or expand on Maastricht is one of the oldest cities in the community, which allows for smaller class sizes the literature. Netherlands and one of its most diverse and close connections between students due to Roman, German, and French and faculty. The PBL method requires active participation influences. Visitors are drawn to the city and self-guided initiative from students. center for its history, wealth of museums, The college caters to students with broad Extensive PBL-training is part of the UCM and its numerous festivals. academic interests and those who do not want introduction program. to limit themselves to a program focused on Maastricht is also a vibrant and a single academic discipline. GW exchange UCM is part of the Faculty of Humanities and contemporary city with a rich landscape students can study for the full academic year or Sciences. Students can take classes in a variety of upscale shops and funky boutiques, as the spring semester to receive full credit. Those of subjects, including: well as a wide range of restaurants and students who wish to apply for the fall will miss cafés serving everything from local dishes • Cultural Studies UCM’s project period due to differences in the • and hearty pub food to the very best academic calendar. GW exchange students •• Art haute cuisine. are permitted to study for the fall only, with the •• Philosophy understanding that they will receive a maximum •• Psychology of 12.5 credits. •• Political Science •• Sociology

20 | GW EXCHANGES UCM also offers limited coursework in the theatre shows and concerts, and from sciences, business, and math, among other sophisticated restaurants to traditional subjects. The semester is divided into pubs, Maastricht has something for three periods: two course periods of seven everyone. It is also the perfect city for weeks and one project period of four sports lovers and nature enthusiasts weeks. Students typically take two courses alike. The many student associations at and one skills training per course period, UCM are a great opportunity for students and one project in the project period. In to get involved in the campus and total, students will take four courses, two city community. skills, and one project in a semester. ACCOMMODATIONS LIFE AT UCM UCM does not have a residential Maastricht is a Roman city founded around campus, so students arrange their 50 B.C., making it one of the oldest cities off-campus housing with the assistance in the Netherlands. The city combines a of the Maastricht University housing historic setting with a strong international organization. GW exchange students orientation. Maastricht is located in the can apply for a furnished room through southernmost part of the country, near the Guesthouse UM or arrange their own German and Belgian borders; Brussels accommodations independently. and Paris are a short train ride away. With only 125,000 residents, students ACADEMIC CALENDAR make up a substantial portion of Maastricht’s population. Fall semester: late August to late December Maastricht is a warm and welcoming city, but also a modern and energetic one. Spring semester: late January to early July It is one of the best shopping cities in the Netherlands, and the many festivals Academic year: late August to early July and activities offered reflect its variety of cultural influences. From the annual Carnival festivities to experimental EUROPE | 21 LIFE AT EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY About the University of At Edinburgh University students have the Edinburgh, Edinburgh opportunity to get involved in hundreds of SCOTLAND The , founded in 1583, student societies, ranging from common is an internationally renowned center for interest groups and political groups to sports teaching and research. The university is deeply leagues. The Edinburgh University Students’ embedded in the fabric of the city, with many Association also runs several student buildings LIFE IN EDINBURGH of the iconic buildings in the historic Old Town throughout campus that include restaurants, belonging to the university. It was the fourth pubs, performance spaces, and game rooms. Described as one of the most beautiful university to be established in Scotland and is cities in Europe by independent guides, widely regarded as one of the most prestigious ACCOMMODATIONS Edinburgh is the second-most popular universities in Europe, having been consistently tourist destination in the UK after London. placed amongst the leading 25 universities in George Washington University students are Edinburgh is famed for its ancient castle, the world. With over 28,000 students from over guaranteed on-campus accommodations. medieval center, and elegant Georgian 130 countries, GW exchange students have Students can choose to live in catered architecture, which have led it to be known the opportunity to interact with a diverse residences (dorms with meal plans), self-catered as the Athens of the North. The entire city student body. residences (dorms without meal plans), or self- center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. catered flats (apartments). Exchange students typically have their own bedrooms and live with More than 13 million visitors are attracted to LEARNING AT EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY other international and local students. Edinburgh each year, many of them flocking GW exchange students can select from over to the city in the summer to attend the 500 courses in the College of Humanities and GW exchange students will apply for their Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the largest arts Social Sciences and the College of Science and accommodation upon acceptance to Edinburgh festival in the world. The Fringe is one of Engineering at Edinburgh University. Courses at University. They will pay all housing fees directly 12 annual festivals, testament to Edinburgh University are worth five U.S. credits to Edinburgh University. Edinburgh’s reputation as a world center each, so GW exchange students take three for the arts and culture. courses per semester. ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall semester: early September to mid-December

Spring semester: early January to late May

Academic year: early September to late May 22 | GW EXCHANGES EUROPE | 23 to meet Spanish students in their classes About the University and housing, the university offers a club for Pamplona, international students with activities at orientation of Navarra and throughout the semester, including The University of Navarra, founded in 1952 SPAIN excursions, social outings, and paella tastings. as a Catholic university in Pamplona, Spain, has a student population of 15,000 students The university also encourages students to (9,000 undergraduates). This includes 15% explore nearby Pamplona, a mid-sized city with LIFE IN PAMPLONA international students, creating a diverse a population of about half that of Washington, learning environment with both Spaniards and D.C. While many students travel throughout Located in history-filled Pamplona, exchange students from over 70 countries. Students may Spain during their semester or year abroad, students have the opportunity to attend a take courses in over 40 major fields with well- Pamplona and the area around the University medium-sized university in a city teeming regarded faculty, meet students from around of Navarra both offer a great deal of cultural with Baroque architecture, fortified city walls, the world, take part in on-campus activities, and diversion outside of the classroom. tranquil parks, and tree-lined plazas nestled travel throughout Spain with the assistance of in the heart of the Pyrenees mountains. the international office. This Spanish and Basque-speaking region ACCOMMODATIONS of northern Spain borders France and the LEARNING AT THE UNIVERSITY Exchange students can live either on-campus plains, adding to its cultural, historical, and OF NAVARRA or in shared apartments with Spanish or other geographic diversity. Not to mention, it has international students. All of these options are some of the best pintxos (northern Spain’s GW exchange students are able to take courses available within walking distance to campus. version of tapas) around and the third in English or Spanish in over 40 major programs. On-campus, students can live in residence largest bullfighting ring in the world! The media, journalism, and communication halls or university clubs, though these have program ranks at the top among Spanish limited availability. The international office at the This location is a perfect fit for students universities. Other strong areas of study include University of Navarra will assist students with looking to live in an authentically Spanish business, economics, languages, and history. their housing selection. city that also doubles as a university town. Pamplona offers the exciting restaurants, cafés, sports, and festivals that Spain is LIFE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF NAVARRA ACADEMIC CALENDAR famous for, but with a small-town feel that The University of Navarra offers top-notch Fall semester: late August to late December will help students immerse themselves in facilities and libraries. Nearby, students can find their new surroundings. sports fields, unique restaurants, stores, cafés, Spring semester: early January to late May and more. While students are encouraged Academic year: late August to late May 24 | GW EXCHANGES EUROPE | 25 All coursework is taught in English and About Boğaziçi University knowledge of the Turkish language is not Istanbul, Boğaziçi University is one of the most required. Coursework is available in a variety prestigious universities in Turkey, with a mission of disciplines. TURKEY of educating those individuals who endorse their institutional values: respect for ethical Boğaziçi University uses a credit-hour system, standards, environmental consciousness, critical which is similar to most North American thinking, versatility, and creativity. Boğaziçi universities. A 3-credit course means three LIFE IN ISTANBUL strives to generate universal knowledge and hours of weekly lectures or two hours of lectures and two hours of laboratory work every week. Istanbul is simultaneously a modern and contribute to critical thinking, science, and an ancient city. It is home to marvels of technology while serving humanity. Boğaziçi Byzantine art and architecture, including also aims to expand the scientific horizons in LIFE AT BOGAZICI UNIVERSITY the labyrinthine Grand Bazaar. It has been Turkey and contribute to the institutionalization The main campus and dormitories are located a stronghold of the Roman, Byzantine, and of science, art, and culture in modern society. 45 minutes from downtown Istanbul, a city of 13 Ottoman Empires. With over 13 million Boğaziçi University’s vision is achieving million people and center of economic activity inhabitants, Istanbul is the cultural, financial, international excellence in education and and history. and historical center of Turkey. research, and becoming a “green,” sustainable university. Boğaziçi University takes pride in its lively and colorful campus life. To complement and enrich the academic experience with an active campus LEARNING AT BOGAZICI UNIVERSITY life, the university supports student clubs, arts, Boğaziçi University is divided into five and sports activities, and provides a variety campuses. The university houses four faculties: of services from health care to counseling for students and staff. Thanks to its on-campus •• Arts and Sciences housing facilities, it remains active around the •• Economics and Administrative Sciences clock. Campus life aims to cultivate a liberal, democratic, and happy Boğaziçi community. •• Education •• Engineering

26 | GW EXCHANGES ACCOMMODATIONS GW exchange students can choose to live in the Boğaziçi-affiliated Superdorm or find independent housing.

Please note housing is not included in the GW Study Abroad fee—students pay Boğaziçi University directly for the housing costs.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR Fall semester: September to January

Spring semester: February to June

Academic year: September to June

EUROPE | 27 ELIGIBILITY AND APPLICATION DEADLINES

ELIGIBILITY Once students have met with their regional study abroad advisor, they will be granted The requirements for students applying to study access to the online exchange application. on a GW undergraduate exchange program are Students should schedule their appointment as follows: well in advance of the application deadline stated on the Office for Study Abroad website. •• All students must have completed a total of 45 credit hours before participating in the program Participants are nominated by the GW Office for Study Abroad for exchanges on the basis of • Students must be in good judicial standing • application, academic transcripts, judicial status, and not have a significant ecordr of judicial infractions at GW and preparation for study abroad through an exchange program. Final admission decisions • Students must have a minimum cumulative • rest with the individual partner institution. GW GPA of 3.0 The availability of any particular exchange may vary according to the status of the institutional APPLICATION DEADLINES agreement. Admission is selective and space is Deadlines vary by program. limited.

HOW TO APPLY In order to start an application for a GW exchange program, students must first meet with the appropriate regional study abroad advisor. Students can schedule a meeting with their regional study abroad advisor by visiting our staff page at http://studyabroad.gwu.edu/ index.cfm?FuseAction=StaffMain.Home.

28 | GW EXCHANGES OSA_1314_5 Check the Office for Study Abroad website: www.studyabroad.gwu.edu for the most up-to-date program information and application requirements.

EUROPE | 29 GW OFFICE FOR STUDY ABROAD 800 21st Street, NW • Suite 505 • Washington, DC 20052 202–994–1649 (tel) • 202–994–9133 (fax) • [email protected] www.studyabroad.gwu.edu facebook.com/GWOfficeforStudyAbroad